IAC New Partners with The Price Companies to Advance Sustainable Biomass Solutions
- IAC and The Price Companies partner to enhance sustainable biomass solutions in the U.S. renewable energy sector.
- IAC’s innovative Drop Tube Calciner technology boosts biomass production efficiency and scalability for energy-intensive industries.
- This collaboration aims to provide consistent, cost-effective biomass feedstock, addressing environmental concerns and energy demands.
IAC and The Price Companies Join Forces to Propel Sustainable Biomass Solutions
IAC and The Price Companies (TPC) are forging a significant partnership aimed at enhancing sustainable biomass solutions within the U.S. renewable energy landscape. Announced on September 16, 2025, this collaboration seeks to harness TPC's robust logistics and sourcing capabilities—spanning 43 locations and the capacity to process over 30 million tons of wood chip materials annually. The initiative aims to provide a reliable and cost-effective feedstock for the biomass energy sector, positioning both companies as leaders in this emerging market. Glenn A. Smith, Jr., the Founder and CEO of IAC, highlights that the primary objective is to create a sustainable biomass feedstock that not only meets future energy demands but also addresses pressing environmental concerns.
The partnership addresses a critical gap in the renewable energy sector, particularly in comparison to solar and wind energy, which can often be intermittent and costly. By focusing on biomass derived from responsibly harvested wood and agricultural materials, IAC and TPC aim to deliver a consistent energy source ideal for energy-intensive industries. This includes sectors such as data centers and manufacturers that are increasingly focused on minimizing their carbon footprints. The collaboration underscores the growing recognition of biomass as a viable alternative for companies seeking stable and sustainable energy solutions.
IAC brings to the table its extensive engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) capabilities, alongside its innovative patent-pending indirect arrayed Drop Tube Calciner (DTC). This technology offers a remarkable 10-to-1 scalability advantage over traditional rotary calcination methods, enabling facilities to achieve impressive output rates. Specifically, they can produce 100 tons of torrefied wood and 50 tons of biochar per hour, while also generating valuable byproducts such as heat and syngas. This collaboration not only enhances the operational efficiency of biomass production but also cements IAC and TPC's commitment to delivering scalable, affordable, and environmentally responsible energy alternatives.
In addition to its focus on biomass, IAC's collaboration with TPC reflects a broader trend in the renewable energy sector, where companies are increasingly looking to diversify their energy portfolios. By investing in biomass solutions, IAC is poised to play a crucial role in shaping the future of sustainable energy, responding to the growing demand for reliable energy sources.
This partnership also highlights the importance of innovation and technology in driving the renewable energy transition. The advancements in biomass processing methods, coupled with strategic collaborations like that of IAC and TPC, signal a promising shift towards more sustainable energy practices in the U.S. economy.
